Elephant House - South Africa

Elephant House - Addo - Malaria Free Eastern Cape


"The Elephant House" is an exclusive 9 bedroomed lodge situated near the Addo Elephant National Park in the fertile sun-drenched Sundays River Valley.
The wide verandas (filled with comfortable sofas) forming a series of courtyards are a defining feature, while the décor at Elephant House evokes colonial & African images and is furnished with the owners' private collection of antiques, Persian rugs and Africana art. The 9 spacious bedrooms open onto courtyards & private verandas.
The chef serves lovely light poolside lunches and after “sundowners” a memorable three course candlelit dinner is prepared with flair and personal attention.


After a safari, retreat back to the colonial luxury of The Elephant House – order an ice cold cocktail (we recommend a Bombay Sapphire G&T with Angostura bitters or another house specialty in Pimms No1!) and take a dip in one of the two swimming pools alternatively you may simply want to find a quiet corner in the gardens or one of the courtyards to put your feet up and relax with a good book. (After all, you are on holiday!)
In the high season (October to May), Monday to Friday Tobeka Gana, our in- house masseur is able to offer our guests a complimentary pampering session in her purpose built “treatment room and boma”
Full body massages - Manicures & Pedicures - Indian Head Massages - Sports massages


The kitchen prepares lovely light lunches on the terrace or beside one of the pools, and in the evenings , after a sundowner, sit down to a delicious three course dinner prepared by our chefs using the very best of local produce.


Things to do:
Addo Elephant National Park is one of the world’s great conservation success stories and embraces one of the highest concentrations of big game in Africa and thus offers some wonderful game viewing opportunities. In addition to the famous elephants of Addo there are also lion, buffalo, black rhino, hyena, jackal and a variety of antelope species. Of the smaller animals the surricates and the flightless dung beetle are of great interest. Over 150 species of birds have been recorded in the area.
The vegetation that one encounters in the area is known as “Valley Bushveld” - this is a biome unique to the river valleys of the Eastern Cape. The plants are tough and drought resistant (Addo’s average annual rainfall is 385mm) with a high proportion of succulents much loved by elephants, black rhino and kudu. Per cubic meter, Valley Bushveld is able to support more animals, birds and insects than any other biome on earth.
There are various game viewing options available in Addo and the surrounding area as well as some exceptional cultural encounters:
Elephant House Safari Co. Addo Elephant drives
Elephant House Safari Co. Valley Tour
Schotia “Tooth and Claw” Safari
“Big 5” Private Game Reserves
Addo Elephant Back Safaris and Walks
Addo Elephant National Park Horse Trails
Hike in the Zuurberg Mountains
Bushman Sands Golf Course
Dunefields Reserve



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Bushman Sands Hotel - South Africa

Welcome to Bushman Sands, Alicedale, Malaria Free Eastern Cape, South Africa.


Bushman Sands is a multi-faceted experience offering something for everyone. The 4-star hotel is a delightful blend of rich heritage & modern luxury. The Gary Player designed Golf Course is perfect for the keen golfer. There are thrilling adventure options & prospects of viewing Big Game. Those wanting relaxation, pampering & peace will find alternatives at the spa or at the poolside or even on a tranquil sunset boat cruise. Rewarding for families and satisfying for visitors interested in the turbulent & fascinating history of the area, Bushman Sands has won wide acclaim as a forerunner of sustainable ecological and community tourism.Welcome to the Bushman Sands website where you will discover more about the Hotel, Game Reserve, Golf Course, Spa, Conference Centre, the Adventure Activities and the many options available to make your stay one of a lifetime.


The 4-star Bushman Sands Hotel is a delightful blend of rich heritage and modern luxury. The Hotel comprises of 39 bedrooms around a pool area overlooking the Bushman Sands Golf Course, comprising of a choice of standard rooms, luxury rooms and junior suites - each tastefully decorated with locally produced furniture and original art and linked to the main hotel building by walkways lit by Victorian lampposts. The décor throughout reflects the legacy of the Khoi San and Alicedale’s railway history. The terraced rooms combine the architectural style of the original buildings with modern four-star finishes, offering a choice of junior suites with king beds and luxury and standard rooms with twin beds. The five junior suites and eight luxury rooms, each have a private veranda with breathtaking views of the fairways, the Bushmans River and the magnificent hills beyond. The 26 standard rooms also with private veranda overlook landscaped indigenous gardens, the sparkling swimming pool, main hotel building and the final green of the golf course.


The old railway training college was built with imported bricks by Scottish masons in 1900. Now declared a national monument, it has undergone a metamorphosis and emerged as the main Reception building of a prestigious four-star hotel. During its restoration, the bricks in a certain section were painstakingly removed one by one, cleaned and reset. While the hotel rooms, Bunkers Restaurant, Sports and Leisure Centre are light and airy, the décor and dark woods of the main hotel Reception adds the element of grandiosity and a bygone era of discovery, turmoil and unification – a celebration of the fusion between the old and the new.



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Tshukudu Bush Lodge - South Africa

Tshukudu Bush Lodge - Malaria Free Pilansberg Game Reserve


From five stars to the Big Five has never been more apt than at the luxurious Tshukudu Bush Lodge. Built high on a hilltop, the lodge offers sweeping views of the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park . With only six luxury cottages, it’s a perfectly indulgent getaway for those who appreciate attention to detail and personalised service.



You can be assured that the 6 luxury cottages at Tshukudu receive our personal attention with regard to every detail. Each unit has its own private balcony offering sweeping views of the Park and waterhole.
One double bed, two single beds, open plan lounge with fireplace, sunken bath overlooking the plains, shower over bath, fully stocked mini bar, bird books, magazines, plug points, hair dryer, tea/coffee making facilities and a safety deposit box.



Activities
Ponder the silence by a blazing fire at night and enjoy food of international standard and African flavour accompanied by a wine from our splendid selection. By day, you can laze by the rock plunge pool.

We find that our guests are most content to spend time at the lodge, drinking in the meditative silence and holding the wide, open plains in awe. But they never leave without tracking down the Big Five in the Pilanesberg National Park, on game walks or drives.
For a diversion, there's all the bustle and excitement of a day at Sun City:
Golf - Tennis - Squash - Ten pin bowling - Horse riding - Crocodile farm - Aviary - Casino
Live entertainment venues - Theatre and movie - Hot Air Ballooning.



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The Windermere - South Africa

The Windermere, Boutique Hotel, Port Elizabeth.

For centuries the protected bays on the African coastline have provided shelter and rest for the explorers, traders and adventurers who rounded the Cape en route to the riches of the Orient, time has moved on and as we boldly face the challenges of a new millennium and an African Renaissance these historic ports are as evocative and attractive as ever to the discerning modern traveler who demands exceptional service and quality.

Designed with elements of contempory chic and decorated with custom made fittings and furniture, the eight large luxury bedrooms provide spacious sitting areas, mini bars ,satellite TV, DVD, air conditioning and heating, safes and a dedicated IT port (the entire hotel is also wireless compatible). Enjoy breakfast al fresco in the courtyard or indoors, a room service menu is available for light lunches and dinners, however most guests enjoy the luxury of choice and ask for a reservation at some of the city’s top restaurants- some within walking distance.

The defining features of the hotel are its large, luxurious bed rooms, trendy bar and courtyard (cosseting one away from the busy outside world) thus The Windermere brings to the city of

Port Elizabeth a new sense of style and occasion! Set in one of the city’s most prestigious locations being a short walk from the beach, McArthurs pools and some top beachfront restaurants and the Boardwalk complex. The famous links at Humewood Golf Course (This historic course being the only true links course in S.Africa) is only 5 minutes away and the airport is only 4km away making The Windermere the ideal starting or end point to the “Garden Route” and the perfect springboard to the Eastern Cape’s great malaria free game destinations including Addo & Kwandwe.

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Knysna River Club

The Knysna River Club - South Africa


Imagine a vacation at one of South Africa's top coastal resorts, situated in the heart of the Garden Route. The Multi Award Winning Knysna River Club comprises of 35 luxury chalets situated on the edge of the famous Knysna Lagoon, and offers a unique opportunity to experience an unforgettable stay at one of South Africa's prime destinations. Choose between garden chalets set amongst forest ferns and trees or waterfront chalets offering spectacular views of the tranquil Knysa Lagoon.



Knysna River Club has luxurious and spacious log chalets, beautifully set among tall, shady trees and on the very edge of Knysna's famous lagoon.
The Knysna Riverclub is famous for its unique lagoon facing chalets situated on the water's edge of the tranquil Knysna lagoon, providing spectacular views over the lagoon as well as over the Knysna Heads.

Garden facing units provide guests with the tranquillity of forest garden surroundings that can only be experienced in this unique part of the Garden Route.
Centrally situated in the heart of Knysna, the KNYSNA RIVER CLUB provides easy access to a wide variety of Garden Route activities and adventures.Whale watching, golf, forest walks and sunset cruises to name only a few.



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